Senior Human Resources Generalist

ProAmpac • Huntley, IL

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About The Position

The Senior Human Resources Generalist administers and executes human resources programs, including hourly compensation, benefits and leaves, corrective actions, employee relations, disputes and investigations, performance and talent management, recognition, occupational health and safety, and training and development. The role responds to employment-related inquiries from hourly employees, including complex or sensitive matters, and recruits, interviews, and facilitates hiring for hourly and salaried positions.

The position maintains accurate personnel and attendance records and supports compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations. It manages employee communications, including keeping notices current on building communication boards and TVs, and oversees the candidate-to-employee experience from job descriptions and recruiting through onboarding and the first 90 days. The role also manages temporary labor in coordination with staffing agencies and department heads, including weekly payroll approval, and supports cultural improvement, wellness, and employee engagement initiatives. The employee is expected to contribute to a healthy, safe workplace and follow applicable regulations, policies, and initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field such as human resources, psychology, or sociology, or equivalent years of experience; degree is preferred.
• 3–5 years of progressive HR experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, with clear and consistent messaging.
• Ability to work effectively with Microsoft Suite.
• Ability to adapt and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent time-management skills and demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Ability to exemplify professional behavior and maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the position.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Self-directed, able to prioritize projects, and able to provide and receive direction.
• Flexibility in work hours to accommodate first and second shifts.

Nice To Haves

• SHRM-CP, PHR, or SPHR certification.

Responsibilities

• Administer human resources programs, including hourly compensation, benefits and leaves, corrective actions, employee relations, disputes and investigations, performance and talent management, recognition, occupational health and safety, and training and development.
• Handle employment-related inquiries from hourly employees, including complex or sensitive matters.
• Recruit, interview, and facilitate hiring of qualified hourly and salaried applicants for open positions.
• Maintain accurate personnel files, attendance records, and other records.
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and review policies and practices to support compliance.
• Manage company communications by keeping employee notices current and posted throughout the building on communication boards and TVs.
• Manage the candidate-to-employee experience, including obtaining job descriptions, recruiting, onboarding, and the first 90 days of employment.
• Manage temporary labor in coordination with staffing agencies and department heads, including approving weekly payroll.
• Assist with cultural improvement initiatives, wellness activities, and internal employee engagement opportunities.
• Follow workplace regulations, policies, and initiatives; report first-aid injuries, accidents, and workplace hazards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior